Green sandpiper 9661
Sandwich, Kent, England.
The green sandpiper is a very contrasting wader which looks like a large house martin in flight. Its dark, almost black upperparts, pale underparts and white rump are distinctive. It frequently bobs up and down when standing. It often appears nervous and will fly off with a low zig-zagging flight when disturbed.
Length:22cm
Population:
UK breeding:1-2 pairs
UK wintering:910 birds
Read more at www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/wildlife-guides/bird-a...
Green sandpiper 9661
Sandwich, Kent, England.
The green sandpiper is a very contrasting wader which looks like a large house martin in flight. Its dark, almost black upperparts, pale underparts and white rump are distinctive. It frequently bobs up and down when standing. It often appears nervous and will fly off with a low zig-zagging flight when disturbed.
Length:22cm
Population:
UK breeding:1-2 pairs
UK wintering:910 birds
Read more at www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/wildlife-guides/bird-a...